Vancouver Island Music Academy

Vancouver, British Columbia · Show on map

5.0 (25 Google reviews)

  • Academic, leadership
  • Dance, music, theatre

Overview

Vancouver Island Music Academy is a summer camp in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Programs listed for this camp: academic, leadership and dance, music, theatre.

Type
Summer camp
Address
4912 Cambie St., Vancouver, BC V5Z 2Z5

Practical details

  • BusReturn shuttle from Victoria airport or Swartz Bay ferry, $70 CAD round trip.
  • Financial aidOffered (bursaries or subsidies)

Collected automatically from the camp website (vimamusic.ca) in November 2026. Hours and services change from year to year, so confirm with the camp.

Google reviews of Vancouver Island Music Academy

5.025 reviews on GoogleRead all reviews on Google

What reviewers say

Reviewers consistently describe the camp as challenging and rewarding, with talented, enthusiastic teachers who give detailed guidance and offer varied lessons, workshops, and concerts. Parents and students appreciate the chance to rehearse with chamber music groups and orchestras, make friends, and grow as musicians in a joyful, supportive atmosphere. The seaside setting in Mill Bay is repeatedly praised as beautiful and relaxing, and families say accompanying relatives also enjoy the experience.

AI-generated summary of this camp’s Google reviews. It can miss details, so read the reviews below.

  • Yixin L.August 2024

    This Camp was both challenging and rewarding for my son, which was an unforgettable experience. Both in terms of rhythm, skill, timbre, intensity and musical expressiveness are better than before, especially in terms of musical feeling or emotional color.
    Each master has a different teaching style, different aspects of insight. Give guidance on details, rhythm and emotional expression, and each lesson is a surprise and a great harvest.
    My son appreciates every opportunity to rehearse concertos with chamber music and senior orchestra. You have to rehearse with the team to really understand the intention of the composer, the technical treatment, the understanding of the…

  • Stephenie L.March 2024

    VIMA has enthusiastic teachers and staff who love kids and music. Their summer camp provides intensive learning opportunities, such as private lessons, workshops, concerts, and skill-building activities. It’s located in a beautiful bay. My kids and I had a great time in the summer camp!

  • Cintia C.March 2024

    A wonderful learning opportunity for children and young people interested in music, with lessons, workshops, concerts, and skill-building activities designed with great care and deployed in a joyful atmosphere, within an idyllic setting. Accompanying family members will enjoy the experience too!

  • Angel W.March 2024

    Wonderful program, located at a beautiful place. My kids love it and will definitely go again this year. It’s a good opportunity for them to explore music and learn from peers and make lifetime friendship.

  • C G.March 2024

    The camp is located in Mill Bay by the ocean front, nicest ever for the summer. Great camp with talented teachers and passionate kids. Lots of activities that’s fun and inspirational. Highly recommended.

  • Tracy L.March 2024

    Definitely one of the best music camps I’ve been to. I made a lot of friends and learned a lot. This camp definitely made me a more well rounded musician. Would totally recommend!

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Where Vancouver Island Music Academy is

4912 Cambie St., Vancouver, BC V5Z 2Z5

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